Legislators Disagree on Medical Marijuana

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says she will call the legislature back for a special session later this spring to work through rules for the use of medical marijuana. Voters approved “IM26” last November which legalizes medical uses on July first.

Educating the Citizens

Kevin Schieffer of Sioux Falls was a member of the South Dakota Board of Regents for nine years, with two years as Board President.

Slow Progress on Marne Creek Repairs

Badly damaged by flooding over two years ago, engineering work continues on repairs to lower Marne Creek in Yankton.

SD Senator John Thune Cool to Biden Infrastructure Plan

Members of Congress are returning to Washington following the Easter break and President Bidens proposed infrastructure plan will take center stage.

Yankton House Destroyed in Early Morning Fire

Five people are safe following an early morning fire that destroyed their home.

NSA Executive Talk Russia Sunflower Oil Tax and Acreage

Russia’s government has approved a formula based export tax system for sunflower oil and a higher export tax on sunflower…

Iowa Dairy Groups Outline Remaining State Legislative Priorities

Iowa State Dairy Association members continue to monitor several dairy specific bills going through the Iowa Legislature this session. Dairy…

SDFU Leader Says President’s Proposed Budget Positive For Agriculture

President Joe Biden has come out with his proposed fiscal year 2022 budget and it includes a close to $4…

State Senator Says Positive Agriculture Bills Moving In The Unicameral

Nebraska State Senators have advanced a new $9.7 billion budget that includes more money for property tax credits and college…

The Weekend File – The Congressional Break with Senator John Thune

SD Senator John Thune, on the Weekend File